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Piedras Blancas Light Station
You will learn about the history of light houses and their function on the west coast including their contribution to maritime safety. The focus is on Piedras Blancas and its relationship to the Central Coast and San Simeon. Tour the light station and learn about the culture and history of this site.
Notes: Lecture and tour. The site is still being restored. There are primitive conditions and some uneven walkways. Bring a lunch, water, jackets, and cameras. There is a quarter-mile loop trail to explore.
Faculty: Jim Boucher is the Piedras Blancas Light Station manager. His previous experience includes 22 years with the National Park Service, including Yosemite, Golden Gate National Recreation Area and Grand Canyon National Park. He will co-instruct the course with Carole Adams, a volunteer coordinator who is well acquainted with both the cultural and natural history of Piedras Blancas.
OSHR 2021-1 and OSHR 2021-2
2 dates: June 24 or July 1, 10:00 am
Maximum Class Size: 40
1 Meeting
Location: Meet at the Piedras Blancas state hotel parking lot (old blue & white hotel). We will then caravan over to the site as a group.
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